Enigma Tap, North Shields

The last time I visited here in October 2020, it was between lockdowns and I had to try to secure a booking for a table. On arriving, they had to throw another couple out. Whilst that was on a Saturday evening, my early Thursday evening visit during more normal times was a complete contrast, in that I was the only customer throughout my visit. Siting in the same seat next to the bar, I enjoyed a swift half of Two By Two Leap Frog. Other cask ales were RedWillow Feckless, Cullercoats Sandpiper & Errant Games Without Frontiers. The real cider was Saxby's Blackcurrant Cider. There are a number of craft beers too, along with Saxby's 3 Points Cider on keg. This is a simple, small square room micropub with a light and modern feel. There is a fridge next to the bar with various bottles and cans to drink on the premises or to take out.

This one roomed micro was formerly a nail bar. We stayed here longer than anticipated as the beer quality was sublime and the young barmaid was friendly and chatty. Three ales on handpump, Rigg & Furrow Best Bitter, Brewsmith New Zealand Pale and Errant Reel to Reel. The pub was also spotlessly clean and tidy.

Official site of Enigma Tap - enigmatap.co.uk

Official site of Enigma Tap - enigmatap.co.uk